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Izmir Kumru
The famous street food of Izmir, featuring a unique sesame-crusted bread and a rich filling.
- Prep
- 90 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Time
- 110 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 650
- Level
- Moderate
- Heat
- Gentle heat
- Region
- turkish
Servings4
Measures
1 cup is 200 ml. 1 tea glass is 100 ml. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml. 1 dessert spoon is 10 ml. 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.
Ingredients
- 500g flour
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milkInstead: oat milk
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 200g kashar cheese
- 100g sujuk
- 100g salami
- 100g sausage
- 2 tomatoes
Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.
Method
- 1
Mix flour, yeast, milk, and molasses to knead a soft dough; let it rise for 1 hour.
- 2
Divide dough into 4 pieces, shape into ovals, brush with molasses-water, and coat with sesame seeds.
- 3
Bake in a preheated 200°C oven until golden brown.
- 4
Slice the baked bread in half and toast slightly on a grill.
- 5
Grill the sujuk, salami, and sausages, then place them inside the bread.
- 6
Add kashar cheese and sliced tomatoes before serving.
Note. Place a bowl of water at the bottom of the oven to create steam for a crispier crust.
Questions
Why is kumru bread made with chickpea yeast?
Traditional Izmir Kumru bread is made with chickpea yeast for its unique aroma and texture.
Are pickles added?
Yes, cucumber pickles are a common and delicious addition to Izmir-style kumru.
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